The 3 Best Allergists in Philadelphia, PA
Board-certified allergy & asthma specialists practicing in Philadelphia, Horsham, and Mount Laurel.
If over-the-counter antihistamines stopped working, or your symptoms run for months instead of weeks, a board-certified allergist-immunologist can test what you actually react to and treat the cause. That includes immunotherapy, which lowers your sensitivity over three to five years. Our editors picked the 3 specialists below from the wider Pennsylvania list based on board certification, hospital and academic affiliations, and peer recognition.
Allergists in Philadelphia at a Glance
- Specialists listed:
- 3, all board-certified in Allergy & Immunology
- Areas covered:
- Philadelphia, Horsham, and Mount Laurel
- Practices:
- The Asthma Center, Main Line Allergy
- Local pollen season:
- Oak and maple push tree counts up through April in the Delaware Valley, grass peaks in late May and June, and ragweed runs from mid-August into October.
Compare Philadelphia Allergists
| Allergist | Practice | Location | Known for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marc F. Goldstein, MD | The Asthma Center / Pennsylvania Hospital (Penn Medicine) | Philadelphia, PA | Asthma, Allergic rhinitis, Food allergies |
| Jack M. Becker, MD | Main Line Allergy | Horsham, PA | Pediatric and adult allergy, Asthma, Food allergies |
| Marc F. Goldstein, MD | The Asthma Center | Mount Laurel, NJ | Asthma, Sinus disease, Food allergies |
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Marc F. Goldstein, MD
The Asthma Center / Pennsylvania Hospital (Penn Medicine)
Philadelphia, PA
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyFellow of the AAAAI (FAAAAI)Fellow of the ACAAI (FACAAI)Dr. Goldstein is Chief of Allergy and Immunology at Pennsylvania Hospital within the Penn Medicine/University of Pennsylvania Health System and an Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine and Pediatrics at Drexel University College of Medicine. He completed his fellowship at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, and has been recognized with Top Doc and Top MD awards throughout his 30-plus year career.
Areas of focus: Asthma · Allergic rhinitis · Food allergies · Sinus disease · Immunotherapy
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Jack M. Becker, MD
Main Line Allergy
Horsham / Ardmore, PA
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyDr. Becker graduated from Temple University School of Medicine and completed his allergy and immunology fellowship at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. He has been named Philadelphia Magazine Top Doc in Allergy/Immunology in 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026, and served as past president of the Pennsylvania Asthma and Allergy Association.
Areas of focus: Pediatric and adult allergy · Asthma · Food allergies · Immunotherapy
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Marc F. Goldstein, MD
The Asthma Center
Mount Laurel, NJ
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyFellow of the AAAAI (FAAAAI)Fellow of the ACAAI (FACAAI)Fellow of the ACP (FACP)Dr. Goldstein is a co-founder of The Asthma Center and an Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine and Pediatrics at Drexel University College of Medicine, as well as Chief of Allergy and Immunology at Pennsylvania Hospital (Penn Medicine). He received his MD from the University of Pennsylvania and his fellowship training at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, CHOP, and the Philadelphia VA Hospital. He has received Philadelphia Magazine's Top Docs award in Allergy & Immunology multiple times and is a frequent media expert on allergies and pollen.
Areas of focus: Asthma · Sinus disease · Food allergies · Immunotherapy
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Allergy Season in Philadelphia
Oak and maple push tree counts up through April in the Delaware Valley, grass peaks in late May and June, and ragweed runs from mid-August into October.
Bring dates to your appointment. An allergist can narrow the list of suspects much faster when you can say “this started the second week of April” and match it against what was actually in the air.
- Today's pollen count in Philadelphia for tree, grass, and weed levels plus a 5-day forecast
- Philadelphia air quality for ozone and particle pollution, which make pollen symptoms worse
How We Picked These Philadelphia Allergists
Our editorial team reviewed allergy and immunology specialists practicing across the Philadelphia metro and selected these 3 on:
- Board certification in Allergy & Immunology (ABAI)
- Hospital and academic affiliations with respected medical centers
- Peer recognition, including Top Doctor awards and professional society roles
- Practice reputation and years treating allergy and asthma patients
- Coverage across the metro, so the list is not all one hospital system
These listings are editorial picks, not paid placements or medical endorsements, and we have no financial relationship with any provider listed. Availability, insurance participation, and credentials change. Verify directly with the practice before booking. This page is for informational purposes and is not medical advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the best allergists in Philadelphia?
Our editors picked 3 board-certified allergist-immunologists practicing in the Philadelphia metro: Marc F. Goldstein, MD at The Asthma Center / Pennsylvania Hospital (Penn Medicine) in Philadelphia; Jack M. Becker, MD at Main Line Allergy in Horsham; Marc F. Goldstein, MD at The Asthma Center in Mount Laurel. All are board-certified in Allergy & Immunology.
When is allergy season in Philadelphia?
Oak and maple push tree counts up through April in the Delaware Valley, grass peaks in late May and June, and ragweed runs from mid-August into October.
See today's pollen count in Philadelphia →Do I need a referral to see an allergist in Philadelphia?
That depends on your insurance plan, not your city. Most PPO plans let you book straight with an allergist. HMO plans usually want a referral from your primary care doctor first. Call the practice or your insurer before you book.
How much does an allergist visit cost in Philadelphia?
A first visit with a specialist typically runs $150 to $300 without insurance, and skin testing for a panel of environmental allergens usually adds $200 to $1,000 depending on how many allergens are tested. With insurance you pay your specialist copay, though testing is often billed separately. Ask the office for a cost estimate and their billing codes when you book.
What should I bring to my first allergist appointment?
Bring a list of your symptoms and the dates they flared, every medication you take including over-the-counter ones, your insurance card, and any past test results. Stop antihistamines 5 to 7 days before skin testing, since they can blunt the results. Confirm the exact timing with the office.
Check Philadelphia pollen levels to match your flare dates →Are these Philadelphia allergists accepting new patients?
That changes month to month, so call the practice to check. These are editorial picks, not paid placements, and we have no financial relationship with any provider listed. Verify current credentials, availability, and insurance participation directly with the office before you book.
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Before You Call
Start a symptom log this week. Note the day, what you felt, and what the pollen count was. Two or three weeks of that turns a vague “my allergies are bad” into something an allergist can work from.
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